Proctor Silex 33275, 33015 - Slow Cooker Manual

Parts and features

1. Lid
2. Crock
3. Handles
4. Base
5. Lid Latch™ (optional feature on some models)
6. Control Knob

To order parts:
US:
1.800.851.8900
www.proctorsilex.com
Canada:
1.800.267.2826
Mexico:
01 800 71 16 100

How to use Slow Cooker

Food Safety Hazard. Food must be hot enough to prevent bacterial growth before using KEEP WARM setting. The KEEP WARM setting should only be used after a recipe has been thoroughly cooked. Do not reheat food on KEEP WARM setting. If food has been cooked and then refrigerated, reheat it on LOW or HIGH and then switch to KEEP WARM. Visit foodsafety.gov for more information.

Escaping steam is hot. Use oven mitts to lift Lid.

Before first use: Wash Lid and Crock in hot, soapy water. Rinse and dry.

Crock capacity: For best results, fill Crock no more than 1 inch (2.5 cm) from the rim. If only half-filled, check for doneness 1 to 2 hours earlier than recipe states.

1. Plug into outlet.
2. Add ingredients to Crock.
3. Place Lid on Crock. The Lid should sit level on the Crock for even cooking and to prevent heat loss.
4. Turn Control Knob to LOW or HIGH. Do not cook on KEEP WARM. Set kitchen timer according to recipe.
5. When finished, turn Control Knob to OFF (). Use oven mitts to lift Lid.

How to use Lid Latch™ (on some models)

1. Place latch into groove under one Handle. Stretch to other side and secure in groove under other Handle.

2. Once attached, latch can also be crossed over knob to further secure Lid.

Care and cleaning

Electrical Shock Hazard. Disconnect power before cleaning. Do not immerse cord, plug, or base in any liquid.

1. Unplug and cool.
2. Use oven mitts to remove Crock.
3. Crock and Lid are dishwasher-safe, or wash in hot, soapy water. Rinse and dry. DO NOT use the "SANI" setting when washing in the dishwasher. "SANI" cycle temperatures could damage your product.
4. Wipe Base with a soft, damp cloth or sponge and dry.

Tips for slow cooking

• The Crock should be at least half-filled for best results. If only half-filled, check for doneness 1 to 2 hours earlier than recipe time.
• Stirring is not necessary when slow cooking. Removing Lid results in major heat loss and the cooking time may need to be extended. However, if cooking on HIGH, you may want to stir occasionally.
• If cooking soups or stews, leave a 2-inch (5-cm) space between the top of the Crock and the food so that the recipe can come to a simmer.
• Many recipes call for cooking all day. If your morning schedule doesn't allow time to prepare a recipe, do it the night before. Place all ingredients in Crock, cover with Lid, and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, simply place Crock in Slow Cooker.
• Some foods are not suited for extended cooking in a Slow Cooker. Pasta, seafood, milk, cream, or sour cream should be added 2 hours before serving. Evaporated milk or condensed soups are perfect for slow cooking.
• The higher the fat content of meat, the less liquid is needed. If cooking meat with a high fat content, place thick onion slices underneath so meat will not sit on (and cook in) fat.
• Slow Cookers allow for very little evaporation. If making your favorite soup, stew, or sauce, reduce liquid called for in original recipe. If too thick, liquid can be added later.
• If cooking a vegetable-type casserole, there will need to be liquid in the recipe to prevent scorching on the sides of Crock.
• If cooking a recipe with root vegetables, place root vegetables in the bottom of the Crock.

Food safety tips

• Do not use frozen, uncooked meat in the Slow Cooker. Thaw any meat or poultry before slow cooking.
• Visit foodsafety.gov for more information on safe internal cooking temperatures.
• To store leftovers after cooking, do NOT place the entire Crock in the refrigerator since contents will take too long to cool. Instead, divide leftovers into smaller containers and place into refrigerator.
• Never allow undercooked or raw meat to sit at room temperature in the Slow Cooker. Once meat is placed into the Crock, it should be cooked immediately (unless prepping Slow Cooker the night before, where Crock should be placed into the refrigerator).